• Pakistanis in the UAE and abroad need a NICOP to access government services.
• NICOP facilitates service access and is a recognized ID for Pakistani expats in the UAE.
• NADRA Smart NICOP fees vary by region, with the UAE falling under Zone B.

Attention to Pakistanis residing in the UAE and abroad: You require a National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) to access government services.

The Pakistani community in the United Arab Emirates continues to be one of the prominent overseas groups, contributing significantly to the country’s economy through remittances and investments. To strengthen their connection with Pakistani institutions, authorities have introduced the National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP).

NICOP streamlines service access for Pakistani expatriates in the UAE and serves as a recognized form of identification.

NICOP Fee 2024

The fee for NADRA Smart NICOP differs depending on the region, with UAE and other Middle Eastern countries categorized under Zone B according to NADRA’s lisst.

NICOP 2024 Rules?

Residents of Pakistani descent in the UAE have the option to acquire a NICOP card, granting visa-free travel to South Asian nations for dual nationals. They can apply for the new Smart NICOP by visiting a Nadra center.

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